Essay Scores

So I recently took the SAT this August. I did reasonably well on the actual test (I got a 1490) but I did extremely mediocre on the essay section (I got a 4/3/6). Given that I am looking to apply to UC’s, should I take the SAT again?

Your essay score is weighed less so if you’re happy with your multiple choice score then I do not recommend taking it again.

(This is what I’ve heard) 12/24 is the “national average” score people get on the essay. Personally, I might retake it again and try for a 15 and above. But, like @ultraphoenix said, SAT essay doesn’t really matter too much.